THIN-FILM INTRACORTICAL RECORDING MICROELECTRODES
NIH GUIDE, Volume 25, Number 15, May 10, 1996
RFP AVAILABLE: NIH-NINDS-96-10
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Keywords:
0740027
Bioelectric Phenomena
National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke
The Neural Prosthesis Program (NPP) of the National Institute of
Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS) is supporting the
development of a microelectrode array capable of recording from up to
64 sites located on a probe with multiple penetrating shanks. The
broad objectives of the project are to develop multi-channel
penetrating electrode arrays for both central nervous system (CNS)
and peripheral nervous system (PNS) recording that will operate
reliably in the hostile ionic environment within the body over
decades of use in chronic implants. This will require the
integration of micromachined electrode structures with active
electronics and with integral flexible ribbon cables or with integral
telemetry systems. This project will support the development and
testing of the chronic recording electrode arrays. Electrode systems
that include active electronics and ribbon cables will be tested
in-vitro and in chronic animals. Probes will be furnished to the NPP
for testing by other investigators. The goal is to design,
fabricate, and test multiple-site intracortical recording
microelectrode probes. The contractor shall also acquire or develop
associated cables, connectors, and head mounts to produce a reliable
signal path between the recording sites on a microelectrode probe and
an extracoporal mating connector. This project will require
established expertise in micormachining, bioengineering, integrated
circuit design, integrated circuit fabrication, and animal studies.
It is anticipated that one award, on a cost-reimbursement basis, will
be made for a period of three years.
INQUIRIES
This is not a Request for Proposals (RFP). RFP NIH-NINDS-96-10 will
be issued on or about May 15, 1996 with responses due approximately
60 days thereafter. Interested organizations should request either a
streamlined version or the entire RFP document. If no selection is
made, a streamlined version of the RFP will be provided, which
includes only the Statement of Work, deliverable and reporting
requirements, special requirements, and technical evaluation
criteria. After examination of these documents, organizations
interested in responding must request the entire RFP in writing or by
FAX. Requests must cite the RFP number and supply this office with
two self-addressed mailing labels. All responsible sources may
submit a proposal that will be considered by the Government.
Contracting Officer
ATTN: RFP NIH-NINDS-96-10
Contracts Management Branch
National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke
7550 Wisconsin Avenue, Room 901 - MSC-9190
Bethesda, MD 20892-9190
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